1996 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2007 Jaguar X-Type
To start off, 2007 Jaguar X-Type is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (325 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2007 Jaguar X-Type. (228 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2007 Jaguar X-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar X-Type weights approximately 47 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2007 Jaguar X-Type is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar X-Type will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (461 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Jaguar X-Type. (279 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Jaguar X-Type.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Corvette | 2007 Jaguar X-Type | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
| Model | Corvette | X-Type |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 89.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 61 L |
